Mapping Software

This is the second Product Survey on Mapping Software, the first having been published in February 2004. Support for web-based services is becoming increasingly relevant, including within an interactive environment, for example with links to GPS. However, paper-based visualisation with support in the printing process is still of considerable significance. Visualisation and presentation is the final stage of any activity and process involving geo-data and geo-information. As a result, designers and developers of mapping software have to address an abundance of issues stemming from previous stages in the geo-information processing cycle. These include interoperability, the wealth of geo-reference systems, de... (read more)

2006-11-20 12:00:00

Lidar Rectification Software

The Optech Lidar Mapping Suite (LMS) version 2.0, for Airborne Laser Terrain Mapper (ALTM) clients, has been released. The suite offers a new workflow designed for the production environment. Incorporating a fully-automated batch-mode capability, Optech LMS enables simultaneous processing of multi-mission data collects, and includes multi-threaded and distributed processing capabilities to further increase processing efficiency. A new lidar rectification module provides additional value by maximising and quantifying project-wide accuracies. According to Michael Sitar, Optech's Airborne Survey products manager, optimizing lidar data accuracies by minimising flight-line to flight-line variations is a standard workflow process. By incorporating proprietary lidar optical models, Optech... (read more)

2010-12-16 11:13:23

Upgrade to Geomatica software

PCI Geomatics (Canada) has released Geomatica 10.1. This release features significant new additions along with enhancements in reliability, performance, usability and functionality of existing technology. OrthoEngine enhancements for Geomatica version 10.1 include a customisable GCP collection viewer, along with improved efficiency in GCP and tie point collection efficiency. Also included is new support for the ALOS sensors PRISM, AVNIR and PALSAR. Significant advancements have also been included to automatic mosaicking, resulting in higher quality and better tone balanced mosaics. Focus improvements include a new Overview Manager interface, which allows users to create and manage existing overviews. And in response to... (read more)

2007-05-11 09:59:08

Point Cloud Software Faster

Leica Geosystems announces major releases of its flagship point cloud software applications: Cyclone 6.0; CloudWorx 4.0; and TruView 2.0. All applications now include intuitive, panoramic viewing of point clouds plus intuitive navigation of point clouds using \"key plans\" and scanner location icons. The release also features other productivity and ease-of-use advances. Leica TruView is only a basic point cloud viewing/measurement/markup application. Processing point clouds into final client deliverables with Leica Cyclone and/or Leica CloudWorx is where many users spend most of their time; so, this latest major release extends TruView's intuitive viewing and navigation approach into the office workhorse applications... (read more)

2008-09-08 10:42:44

TerraPos Post-processing Software

The Norwegian company Terratec has introduced software capable of accurate positioning based on post-processing of GPS-observations, without the use of reference stations or DGPS services. Typical accuracy for kinematic applications are 3cm horizontally and 4cm vertically (RMS). This level of accuracy makes the software unique worldwide. TerraPos utilises precise orbits and clock corrections for the satellites, together with advanced error modelling to produce positions with impressing accuracy. Typpical RMS for a kinematic survey is 3cm horizontally and 4cm vertically. The result is an excellent tool for positioning in applications allowing for post-processing, such as airborne photogrammetric or Lidar operations, seabed... (read more)

2006-12-08 12:00:00

Software Maps Rwandan Health

A system of electronic mapping is being used to improve healthcare across Rwanda. The digital maps are designed to compile information from numerous databases and use it to both track and predict outbreaks of disease. This can then be used to help developing countries best utilise their limited resources. By putting this information together on a map, correlations can be found between things that might not be obvious from looking at graphs or tables. Information collected in Rwanda for example shows not only the locations of health services, but water and electricity supplies as well. It also records how many... (read more)

2008-07-18 10:29:04

New Software Streamlines GIS

Synthicity has released a free public beta version of GeoCanvas, its 3D spatial data visualisation tool. The software provides a streamlined toolset for exploring geographic data, lowering the barrier to learning and using geographic information systems. GeoCanvas combines ease of use with fast handling of large datasets, enabling both novices and experienced data scientists to create compelling 2D and 3D visualisations quickly. Synthicity originally developed GeoCanvas as an in-house tool for use by its team of data scientists. Faced with the difficult problem of how to rapidly visualise large-scale urban datasets and discouraged with the performance of off-the-shelf GIS tools,... (read more)

2014-03-31 12:34:02

ERDAS Software 2009 Suite

ERDAS has announced the debut of its suite of fully connected Geospatial Business Systems. ERDAS Software 2009 includes new and updated versions of its products to author, manage, connect and deliver geospatial information. These solutions facilitate businesses in capitalising on the geospatial information value chain used to build applications for understanding our changing Earth. New product downloads and licensing information is available on the recently enhanced ERDAS website. For ERDAS Software 2009, media kits will begin shipping in early November. The ERDAS website provides a broad scope of interactive information, featuring product demos, movies, webinars, updated collateral and the latest... (read more)

2008-10-07 01:20:48

Integrated Mission Planning Software

Leica Geosystems Geospatial Solutions has released its new mission planning software, Leica MissionPro. The software provides mission planning capability for all airborne sensors, including Lidar, line and frame sensors, and is fully integrated into existing Z/I Imaging and Leica Geosystems workflows. In addition to the core planning functionality, Leica MissionPro includes a range of new features such 3D virtual Globe View and tools for project management and evaluating missions. Leica MissionPro supports integrated multi-sensor and Lidar planning in a 3D mission planning environment and exports flight plans for both Z/I Inflight and Leica FCMS. The new software also provides access... (read more)

2012-03-19 11:05:20

Accuracy Analyst Software

Accuracy Analyst, a software solution to determine locational accuracy of the image data used to produce maps, is available. The staff can be productively using the software after 30 minutes of training, saving 80% of the time needed for traditional accuracy assessment. Karen Schuckman, an instructor in geography at Penn State, says, Accuracy Analyst performs a function in the production and validation of georeferenced imagery. It is extremely easy to learn to use, and presents all the statistical information required by the photogrammetric professional with effective graphics and informative reports. With Accuracy Analyst, data providers will differentiate... (read more)

2009-07-21 09:19:45